Nuaguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Nuaguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bhejiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuaguda is 424117. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Nuaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuaguda
As per Census 2011, Nuaguda village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 227 males and 232 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 227 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 154 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 73 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Nuaguda
Nuaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhejiguda | West | 1.28 km |
| Mingur | East | 1.73 km |
| Sundrijor | South | 1.82 km |
| Umer | North | 2.23 km |
| Bhainri | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Gungunia | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Bandigaon | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Dhanapur | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Sankutru | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Derlapada | South-East | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuaguda
Nuaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Nuaguda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Nuaguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nuaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuaguda
Where is Nuaguda located?
Nuaguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuaguda is Bhejiguda.
What is the pincode of Nuaguda?
The pincode of Nuaguda is 766017.
What is the population of Nuaguda?
Nuaguda has a total population of 459, including 227 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Nuaguda?
There are 111 households in Nuaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Nuaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuaguda is 57.73%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 47.84%.